RRG&SA Events for 2025

A Year of Outdoor Adventure and Community

The Rangeley Region Guides and Sportsmen’s Association (RRG&SA) is excited to announce our lineup of events for 2025. As Western Maine’s largest and oldest organization dedicated to promoting and preserving our outdoor heritage, we’ve got a packed calendar that offers something for everyone. Here’s what you can look forward to:

Monthly Membership Meetings
Our popular potluck dinners continue every 3rd Thursday from May to December. Join us at the Guides clubhouse on Old Ski Way Rd. in Oquossoc from 5:30 to 7:00 PM. These gatherings are open to all and feature great food, desserts, and informative presentations on sporting, wildlife, conservation, and other fascinating topics.

Shooting Activities
Shooting Range: Open May 15 – October 31 on the Morton Cutoff Rd. at the Old Fanjoy Pit. Contact us via the Contact page or visit River’s Edge Sport Shop (207-864-5582) to sign a release and get the gate code.

Skeet & Trap Club: Also running May 15 – October 31 at the end of Old Skiway Rd. in Oquossoc. RRG&SA members enjoy reciprocal membership with the RRS&TA. For more info, contact Dave Kretzing at 207-864-4323.

Archery Range: Available June 1 – October 31 below the RRG&SA clubhouse lower parking lot. Contact Gary Langille at 207-860-9293 for details.

Outdoor Education and Recreation
Hunter Safety Classes: Dates TBA based on demand. Email [email protected] to express interest.

Tim Baker Trail: Opens June 15 at the Guides’ Clubhouse, featuring an annual storybook walk for children.

Junior Guides Summer Program: Starting July 14, this award-winning program offers Basic and Advanced sessions over three consecutive Mondays and Tuesdays. Kids will enjoy hands-on activities including wildlife education, fly tying, archery, and more. Pre-registration required; contact Karon Noyes at 207-650-5489.

Community Events
July 3rd In the Park: Join us for burgers, hot dogs, and our famous Guides’ fries as part of Rangeley’s Independence Day celebrations.

Kids’ Fishing Derby: Date TBD in July. Children fish in age groups at our stocked Fishing Pond, with prizes, food, and equipment provided.

Strawberry Festival: Thursday, July 10, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Oquossoc Village Town Park. Enjoy fresh strawberry shortcake, crafts, food, and more. Contact Sue Lewis at 218-415-6921 for information.

Annual Membership Meeting
Mark your calendars for our 129th Annual Membership Meeting on Thursday, July 17, at 5:30 p.m. We’ll elect club officers and enjoy an informal presentation.

Remember to check our News and socials, for the latest updates on all our events and activities. We look forward to seeing you in the great outdoors of Rangeley in 2025!